Banking Fraud in 2026

Banking Fraud in 2026

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (5:30 PM - 8:00 PM) (EST)

Description

South Florida Banking Institute

Banking Fraud in 2026: 

Emerging Threats, Legal Risks & Innovative Solutions

Fraud continues to be one of the most significant and rapidly evolving challenges facing financial institutions. From increasingly sophisticated check, wire and ACH fraud to account takeovers, business email compromise, identity theft, and AI-powered scams, banks must continually adapt their strategies to protect their institutions and customers. 

Join the South Florida Banking Institute (SFBI) for a timely and engaging panel discussion examining today's banking fraud landscape, emerging threats, and the practical measures financial institutions are implementing to prevent, detect, and respond to fraudulent activity. Our distinguished panel will bring together perspectives from banking, legal, risk management, forensic accounting, and financial technology to explore: 

  • Emerging Fraud Trends: The most significant fraud schemes targeting financial institutions and their customers, including the growing role of artificial intelligence and sophisticated criminal networks. 
  • Fraud Prevention and Detection: Practical strategies, internal controls, technology, and industry best practices for identifying and mitigating fraud. 
  • Legal and Regulatory Considerations: The evolving responsibilities of banks, potential liability for fraudulent transactions, and the challenges associated with investigating and responding to fraud. 
  • Technology and Innovation: How artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and collaborative intelligence are transforming the fight against financial crime.
 ⓘ This session is eligible for 1 hour CPE credit in “Technical Business”.
Moderator

Guillermo Benites
Moderator

Asnardo Garro

Partner

Avila Rodriguez Hernandez Mena & Garro LLP

Asnardo is a Partner at Avila Rodriguez Hernandez Mena & Garro LLP, where he advises financial institutions and businesses on strategic commercial relationships, technology and third-party risk management, and commercial finance matters. He works closely with bank executives and business leaders to navigate complex legal and operational challenges, strengthen critical business relationships, and develop practical, innovative solutions that improve efficiency and manage risk.

Speakers

Carlos Mejia
Speaker

Jonathan Anastasia

President

Cube AI

Jonathan Anastasia is the President of CUBE AI, an agentic crime prevention platform built to stop scams, fraud, and financial crime in real time. A West Point graduate and Army veteran, Jonathan brings a mission-driven mindset to financial services, having spent years at Mastercard leading the development of flagship fraud and AML products including Consumer Fraud Risk, AML Account Risk, and Crypto Secure. At CUBE AI, he is driving the next generation of AI-powered tools - including the Apex platform - that help financial institutions detect and disrupt scams before they reach consumers. Jonathan is passionate about the intersection of AI, financial crime, and the collective responsibility to protect people in the digital economy.

George Fernandez
Speaker

Ivan Garces

Principle, Chair of Advisory Services 

Kaufman | Rossin

Ivan chairs the firm's Risk Advisory Services practice and serves as Chief Risk Officer. His experience spans more than 25 years and includes forensic accounting, financial crimes, internal controls, anti-fraud programs, BSA/AML, and regulatory compliance. His credentials include CPA, CFE, CFF, and CAMS. He is also an SFBI board member and a former president of the South Florida chapter of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

TBD
Speaker

Mario Carballo

Executive Vice President and Co-General Counsel

City National Bank of Florida

Mario is Executive Vice President and Co-General Counsel of City National Bank of Florida, where he provides legal counsel on a broad range of banking, regulatory, and commercial matters. He also serves as Director of Asset Recovery, bringing valuable experience in addressing complex legal disputes, financial recovery matters, and risk management issues affecting financial institutions.

Thank You to Our Sponsor

DIAMOND Sponsor

Performance Trust Capital Partners


Gold Sponsor

Performance Trust Capital Partners
Pricing

Online Registration Event Fee

SFBI Members: $95.00

Non-Members:  $145.00


At Door Registration Event Fee

SFBI Member: $125.00

Non-Member:  $175.00

AC Hotel Miami Dadeland
7695 North Kendall Drive
Miami, FL 33156 United States
Event Contact
Shaun Moraga
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Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (5:30 PM - 8:00 PM) (EST)

5:30 pm to 6:30 pm - Networking Hour  6:30 pm to 8:00 pm - Dinner and Panel Discussion

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